Meet the Staff

Maribel (Mari) Diaz | Director of Clinical Services & Multicultural Specialist  

Dr. Mari Diaz joined Moravian University in February 2022 and serves as the Director of Clinical Services and Multicultural Specialist at Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). She is a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in university counseling centers, where she has worked since 2002. Her clinical interests include multicultural counseling, trauma-informed care, gender and women's issues, identity development, and interpersonal and relationship concerns. 

Prior to joining Moravian, Dr. Diaz served as the Training Director for the American Psychological Association (APA)-accredited Health Services Psychology Internship Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Counseling and Psychological Services. She takes an integrative approach to psychotherapy that incorporates trauma-informed, multicultural, and interpersonal perspectives. Dr. Diaz has completed several professional certifications and is certified in Brief Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (Brief STAIR). 

Dr. Diaz earned her doctorate and master's degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She completed her APA-accredited Health Services Psychology internship at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Counseling Center. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology, with minors in Women's Studies and African American Studies from Oberlin College. 

Outside of CAPS, Dr. Diaz enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors with her dog, and being near the water. 

Rosemarie Williams | Director of Operations & Outreach

Rosemarie Williams, M.S, LPC. joined Moravian University in August 2015.  She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II). She holds a master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College and brings over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Her diverse background includes work in college counseling, outpatient services, residential programs, psychiatric rehabilitation, and family-based settings. Rosemarie uses this extensive experience to create an integrative counseling approach tailored to each client’s needs. She is deeply committed to enhancing mental wellness on campus and is actively involved in outreach efforts within the Moravian community. Outside of her professional work, Rosemarie enjoys various outdoor activities and travel.

Kelly Waechter | Assistant Director 

Kelly Waechter, MA, LPC, joined Moravian University in August of 2015. Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Kelly earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, Indiana. Kelly brings more than 18 years of experience in the mental health field, including work with adolescents and adults in residential, outpatient, and family-based settings, as well as prior experience in college counseling centers. Her counseling interests are vast, but include using the mind/body connection, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral tools to assist people through daily life challenges. On her free time she loves outdoor activities, fostering for local animal shelters, reading, and being with her family.

Josh McSparin | Assistant Director  

Joshua McSparin, MS, joined the Moravian University staff in August 2019.  He earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical & Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania.  Josh has extensive college counseling experience; completing his graduate internship in Kutztown University’s Counseling & Psychological Services & working as a Counselor at Northampton Community College.  With more than 10 years in the mental health field he has served as Assistant Director of a psychiatric crisis facility, Director of an outdoor experiential therapy program for at-risk youth & he is co-founder of Reset Outdoors.  These varied roles have been elemental to the development of his counseling approach; integrating Mindfulness-based psychotherapy with the healing impact of nature. He is also an ACA certified kayak & stand up paddle board instructor whose self-care interests include quality time with his family, building custom furniture, travel, & listening to public radio.  

Jill Sober-White | Staff Counselor 

Jill Sober-White, MAPC, LPC, TGM, Certified Geek Therapist joined Moravian University in August 2023. She holds a Master's in Pastoral Counseling from Moravian Theological Seminary and is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Her clinical training included Lehigh Valley Hospice, Moravian College Counseling Center, and Mid-Atlantic Rehabilitation Services (MARS). Jill's diverse experience spans mobile therapy, substance abuse treatment, clinical supervision, therapeutic foster care, college counseling, and private practice. As a Certified Geek Therapist and Therapeutic Game Master, Jill uses tabletop role playing games and elements of geek culture-like video games, comics, and movies-to support mental health and enhance communication around issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship building. Jill is a lifetime member of Girl Scouts of the USA, a Disney fan,  and enjoys the outdoors, cooking, quilting, soccer, football, competitive marching band, video games, spending time with loved ones. 

Aileen Thompson| Community Support Coordinator 

Aileen Thompson, MSW, LSW joined Moravian University in December 2023. She is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Pennsylvania and earned her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. Aileen obtained her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the Pennsylvania State University, along with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. Prior to Moravian, Aileen was a case manager in both the non-profit and corporate sectors. Aileen has a variety of experience working with children and families in solution-based case management, as well as adults involved in class-action lawsuits. Aileen’s passion lies in empowering people to develop a higher quality of life, taking into account their expressed needs, background, and resources available to them. In addition, Aileen is passionate about advocacy, social justice, and improving systems. In her spare time, Aileen enjoys meditative drumming, painting, traveling, and most importantly, spending time with friends and family.

Melissa (Mel) Miller | Office Manager

Melissa has been with Moravian since August of 2013.  Starting part time in the International Studies office and then moving on to the Offices of Intercultural Advancement & Global Inclusion, to a full time position.  At the end of the Fall 2017 semester, Mel accepted a position in the Counseling Center Office.  In her spare time Mel enjoys reading, warm weather, weekends at their family cabin at Lake Wallenpaupack, cooking for her family and spending time with family and friends.

Danielle Rojas | Intern

Danielle A. Rojas is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology at Lehigh University. She holds a Master of Science in Narrative Medicine from Columbia University, and has clinical research experience examining the biopsychosocial impact of cardiac arrest on survivors, caregivers, and bereaved family members. Her research interests examine how cultural and intergenerational factors shape identity reconstruction, purpose development, and mental health following major life events. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, and traveling.

Isabella Acquaah | Intern

Isabella Acquaah is a second-year student in Lehigh's Counseling Psychology doctoral program. Her clinical and research interests include parent-child dynamics and how they shape the well-being of underrepresented emerging adults. She is devoted to integrating multicultural and relational perspectives by attending to culture and intersectionality. During her free time, Isabella enjoys crocheting.

Mia Wang | Intern

Mia joined CAPS as an Intern for the 2026-2027 academic year. She earned her bachelor degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota, and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Lehigh University, with an anticipated graduation in 2027. Drawing from her background as an international student, Mia is passionate about supporting peers through life transitions, identity development, and academic stress. Mia’s therapeutic approach is grounded in relational and humanistic perspectives, focusing on creating a safe, empathetic, and collaborative space where students feel heard and supported. Outside of CAPS, Mia enjoys crocheting, playing video games, baking, and being around dogs.

Ranran (Rianne) Hong | Intern

Rianne Hong is joining Moravian University as a graduate trainee for the 2026-2027 academic year. She is currently in her second year of master’s-level training in mental health counseling at Lehigh University. Prior to joining Moravian, Rianne completed her practicum at East Stroudsburg University Counseling and Psychological Services, where she gained experience providing individual counseling and supporting college students with a variety of mental health and personal concerns. She hopes to support students from diverse cultural backgrounds with openness, inclusivity, and cultural humility, creating a space where students feel comfortable sharing their unique experiences and perspectives into counseling. She welcomes conversations about depression, anxiety, trauma, identity, relationships, and other concerns that are meaningful to each student. Outside of counseling, Rianne enjoys traveling, watching soccer games and spending time with her cats.